Rifle System

ABSTRACT

A rifle system for shooting projectiles is provided. The rifle system comprises a stock and a shoulder rest formed in the stock. The shoulder rest has a first end and a second end. A barrel extends from the first end of the shoulder rest. A clip magazine is connected to the second end of the shoulder rest with the clip magazine holding the projectiles. An activation mechanism directs the projectiles from the clip magazine and through the barrel.

The present application claims the benefit of priority of pending provisional patent application Ser. No. 61/822,462, filed on May 13, 2013, entitled “Rifle”.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

1. Field of the Invention

This invention relates generally to a rifle system and, more particularly, the invention relates to a rifle system providing a .50 caliber semi-automatic rifle system employing the lightest, strongest materials available to offer a comfortable, lightweight, high-performance weapon, easily adaptable for accessories.

2. Description of the Prior Art

Assault rifle systems are semi-automatic, repeating rifle systems equipped with a multi-round magazine. Semi-automatic firearms, when fired, automatically extract the spent cartridge casing and load the next cartridge into the chamber, ready to fire again; they do not fire automatically like a machine gun but instead, only one round is fired with each trigger pull. These guns are highly popular not only among civilians who buy more than 350,000 of them each year but also with law-enforcement personnel, especially tactical SWAT personnel; and with the various branches of the military. Firearms enthusiasts, and those whose working lives depend upon their ability to use firearms with speed and precision, are always looking for a new weapon that offers an “edge”, an advantage in accuracy, bullet velocity, and ease of use.

SUMMARY

The present invention is a rifle system for shooting projectiles. The rifle system comprises a stock and a shoulder rest formed in the stock. The shoulder rest has a first end and a second end. A barrel extends from the first end of the shoulder rest. A clip magazine is connected to the second end of the shoulder rest with the clip magazine holding the projectiles. An activation mechanism directs the projectiles from the clip magazine and through the barrel.

In addition, the present invention further includes a rifle system for shooting projectiles. The rifle system comprises a stock and a shoulder rest formed in the stock. The shoulder rest has a first end and a second end. A cushioned cheek rest is positioned on a top surface of the shoulder rest. A barrel extends from the first end of the shoulder rest. A clip magazine is connected to the second end of the shoulder rest with the clip magazine descending vertically behind the shoulder rest and the clip magazine holding the projectiles. A first handle is mounted to the clip magazine opposite the shoulder rest. A flip-down forward stabilizer is mounted to the first end of the shoulder rest. A second handle is mounted to the first end of the shoulder rest. A third handle is mounted adjacent the barrel. A pistol-grip, trigger-guard and trigger assembly is mounted beneath the barrel for directing the projectiles from the clip magazine and through the barrel.

The present invention further includes a method for shooting projectiles. The method comprises providing a stock, forming a shoulder rest formed in the stock with the shoulder rest having a first end and a second end, positioning a cushioned cheek rest on a top surface of the shoulder rest, extending a barrel from the first end of the shoulder rest, connecting a clip magazine to the second end of the shoulder rest, descending the clip magazine vertically behind the shoulder rest, placing the projectiles into the clip magazine, mounting a first handle to the clip magazine opposite the shoulder rest, mounting a flip-down forward stabilizer to the first end of the shoulder rest, mounting a second handle to the first end of the shoulder rest, mounting a third handle adjacent the barrel, mounting a pistol-grip, trigger-guard and trigger assembly beneath the barrel, and directing the projectiles from the clip magazine and through the barrel.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

FIG. 1 is a perspective view illustrating a rifle system, constructed in accordance with the present invention; and

FIG. 2 is an elevational side view illustrating the rifle system, constructed in accordance with the present invention.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

As illustrated in FIGS. 1 and 2, the present invention is a rifle system, indicated generally at 10, providing a semi-automatic rifle system employing the lightest, strongest materials available to offer a comfortable, lightweight, high-performance weapon, easily adaptable for accessories. Preferably, the rifle system 10 of the present invention is a .50 caliber rifle although constructing the rifle system 10 in different calibers is within the scope of the present invention.

The rifle system 10 of the present invention has a stock 12, a barrel 14 extending from the stock 12, and a clip magazine 16 for holding a plurality of bullets. The stock 12 of the rifle system 10 incorporates a unique, over-the-shoulder stock design in which the clip magazine 16 is actually situated behind the shooter's shoulder when the user is using the rifle system 10 from the shoulder firing position. In addition, the rifle system 10 includes an innovative, magnetically induced velocity booster.

The rifle system 10 of the present invention further includes a scope 18 and/or a bayonet and is suitable for both shoulder-positioned firing and tripod/monopod mounting. Preferably, the rifle system 10 of the present invention is constructed of high-tech, lightweight, heat-tolerant materials such as titanium and advanced, firearms-quality synthetic polymers. The overall design and layout of the rifle system 10 is somewhat suggestive of a shoulder-fired rocket-launcher, in that the weapon both fits against, and rests upon, the shooter's shoulder.

As stated, the clip magazine 16 of the rifle system 10 of the present invention is located at the rear of the stock 12, and descends vertically behind the padded shoulder-rest 20; to the rear of the clip magazine 16 is a rubber-gripped grab-handle 22; and the cushioned shoulder-rest 20 is configured with both a cushioned cheek-rest 24 on its upper sides; and a flip-down forward stabilizer 26 that will secure the stock 12 from the front of the shooter's shoulder. Forward of the stabilizer 26 is a second, rubber-gripped grab-handle 28; and forward of the second handle 28 is the pistol-grip, trigger-guard, and trigger assembly 30. A third rubber-coated, flip-down grab-handle 32 lies at the forward end of the receiver assembly; and the rifle system 10 is equipped throughout with Picatinny or Weaver Rails for the mounting of interchangeable scopes 18, bayonets, grenade-launchers, and other accessories.

Overall, the rifle system 10 of the present invention gives a futuristic, high-tech visual impression of astonishing strength and compact ferocity: the weapon has clearly been designed with both function, and form, in mind. And in terms of function, beyond the semi-automatic capabilities already referred to, the rifle system 10 also incorporates a highly innovative, magnetically induced velocity-booster in the gun's barrel, such that bullets fired from the rifle system 10 will proceed down the barrel of the weapon under the thrust exerted by their shell's ignition and charge and be further accelerated by the booster prior to leaving the muzzle of the weapon. In summary, then, the rifle system 10 constitutes a semi-automatic assault weapon of unprecedented, unmatched versatility, ease-of-use, and high-velocity precision.

The foregoing exemplary descriptions and the illustrative preferred embodiments of the present invention have been explained in the drawings and described in detail, with varying modifications and alternative embodiments being taught. While the invention has been so shown, described and illustrated, it should be understood by those skilled in the art that equivalent changes in form and detail may be made therein without departing from the true spirit and scope of the invention, and that the scope of the present invention is to be limited only to the claims except as precluded by the prior art. Moreover, the invention as disclosed herein may be suitably practiced in the absence of the specific elements which are disclosed herein. 

What is claimed is:
 1. A rifle system for shooting projectiles, the rifle system comprising: a stock; a shoulder rest formed in the stock, the shoulder rest having a first end and a second end; a barrel extending from the first end of the shoulder rest; a clip magazine connected to the second end of the shoulder rest, the clip magazine holding the projectiles; and activation means for directing the projectiles from the clip magazine and through the barrel.
 2. The rifle system of claim 1 and further comprising: a magnetically induced velocity booster.
 3. The rifle system of claim 1 and further comprising: a scope mounted to the stock.
 4. The rifle system of claim 1 and further comprising: a bayonet mounted to the barrel.
 5. The rifle system of claim 1 wherein the rifle system is constructed from lightweight, heat-tolerant materials.
 6. The rifle system of claim 1 and further comprising; a cushioned cheek rest positioned on a top surface of the shoulder rest.
 7. The rifle system of claim 1 wherein the clip magazine descends vertically behind the padded shoulder-rest.
 8. The rifle system of claim 1 and further comprising: a first handle mounted to the clip magazine opposite the shoulder rest.
 9. The rifle system of claim 1 and further comprising: a flip-down forward stabilizer mounted to the first end of the shoulder rest.
 10. The rifle system of claim 1 and further comprising: a second handle mounted to the first end of the shoulder rest.
 11. The rifle system of claim 1 wherein the activation means is a pistol-grip, trigger-guard and trigger assembly.
 12. The rifle system of claim 1 and further comprising: a third handle mounted adjacent the barrel.
 13. The rifle system of claim 1 and further comprising: Picatinny or Weaver Rails for the mounting of interchangeable scopes, bayonets, grenade-launchers, and other accessories.
 14. A rifle system for shooting projectiles, the rifle system comprising: a stock; a shoulder rest formed in the stock, the shoulder rest having a first end and a second end; a cushioned cheek rest positioned on a top surface of the shoulder rest; a barrel extending from the first end of the shoulder rest; a clip magazine connected to the second end of the shoulder rest, the clip magazine descending vertically behind the shoulder rest, the clip magazine holding the projectiles; a first handle mounted to the clip magazine opposite the shoulder rest; a flip-down forward stabilizer mounted to the first end of the shoulder rest; a second handle mounted to the first end of the shoulder rest; a third handle mounted adjacent the barrel; and a pistol-grip, trigger-guard and trigger assembly mounted beneath the barrel for directing the projectiles from the clip magazine and through the barrel.
 15. The rifle system of claim 14 and further comprising: a magnetically induced velocity booster.
 16. The rifle system of claim 14 and further comprising: a scope mounted to the stock.
 17. The rifle system of claim 14 and further comprising: a bayonet mounted to the barrel.
 18. The rifle system of claim 14 wherein the rifle system is constructed from lightweight, heat-tolerant materials.
 19. The rifle system of claim 14 and further comprising: Picatinny or Weaver Rails for the mounting of interchangeable scopes, bayonets, grenade-launchers, and other accessories.
 20. A method for shooting projectiles, the method comprising: providing a stock; forming a shoulder rest formed in the stock, the shoulder rest having a first end and a second end; positioning a cushioned cheek rest on a top surface of the shoulder rest; extending a barrel from the first end of the shoulder rest; connecting a clip magazine to the second end of the shoulder rest; descending the clip magazine vertically behind the shoulder rest; placing the projectiles into the clip magazine; mounting a first handle to the clip magazine opposite the shoulder rest; mounting a flip-down forward stabilizer to the first end of the shoulder rest; mounting a second handle to the first end of the shoulder rest; mounting a third handle adjacent the barrel; mounting a pistol-grip, trigger-guard and trigger assembly beneath the barrel; and directing the projectiles from the clip magazine and through the barrel. 